Cheuk Ying Shek vs Yui Chikaraishi Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recently, Chikaraishi has had a slight edge in second serve points, winning 34.63%, compared to Shek's 33.97%. Could this marginal difference impact the match outcome?
• In terms of return games, Chikaraishi has been more successful returning opponents' second serves, winning 47.65% of those points, whereas Shek has won 46.1%.
• First serve return statistics show a similar trend, with Chikaraishi at 33.58% and Shek at 33.33%.
• Under pressure, Shek has a stronger record, saving 50% of breakpoints, while Chikaraishi has saved 44.44%.
• Looking at overall performance, Shek holds a superior match-winning percentage over the last year at 66.67%, compared to Chikaraishi's 46.34%.
• Both players have their best surface performance on Hard courts, with Chikaraishi at 50% and Shek at 61% win rates.
• Quality of opposition faced is another factor; Shek has competed against higher-ranked opponents, with an average rank of 256.14, while Chikaraishi's opponents have averaged a rank of 343.9.
• If the match reaches a deciding set, Shek has a 75% win rate in these situations, higher than Chikaraishi's 60%.
• When it comes to breaking serve, Chikaraishi has been more proficient recently, converting 45.57% of break points compared to Shek's 28.4%.

Editorial Prediction (September 3, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Chikaraishi and Shek presents an intriguing contrast of strengths. Chikaraishi's ability to convert break points should provide opportunities to challenge Shek's serve effectively.

However, Shek's superior performance under pressure is notable, as is her higher win rate in matches this past year, indicating a consistently higher level of play.

Though both excel on Hard courts, the higher caliber of opponents Shek has faced, coupled with her advantage in deciding sets, gives her the upper hand.

Despite Chikaraishi's strong break-point conversion, these factors suggest Shek is more likely to emerge victorious in their match-up. Her overall form and experience against tougher competition appear to position her as the predicted winner.